Flying from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Belfast.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your BFS to MAA flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
At the moment, £197 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Belfast International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £407. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from BFS to MAA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport to Chennai Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BFS to MAA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Belfast International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
67.55% of flights that leave from Belfast International Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Belfast International Airport from central Belfast, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 20 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near BFS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Belfast International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Pick up a Chennai Airport rental car and discover Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 12 miles away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Belfast International Airport to Chennai Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Chennai in April.
Lock in your flight from Belfast International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to visit Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BFS to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey around 180 miles west to Bengaluru to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, your itinerary will be busy.
Coimbatore is another essential stop in India and is around 270 miles south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without visiting Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.